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Rancho Viejo, Mexico

Michoacán · Mexico

Rancho Viejo is a small town in Michoacán, Mexico with a population of 1,521. Elevation: 5,131 ft (1,564 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,521 Population 4/sq mi density
5,131 ft Elevation 1,564 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 21°C
39.9 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,521
Density4/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.2%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (21°C)
Rain39.9 in/yr
Sunny Days264/yr
Elevation5,131 ft (1,564 m)
Population1,521
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation5,131 ft (1,564 m)
Coordinates19.2487°, -100.4183°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceMichoacán
Average Temperature69°F (21°C)
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation39.9 inches (1,014 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Rancho Viejo

Rancho Viejo is a small town in Mexico (Michoacán) with a population of 1,521. The city sits at an elevation of 5,131 feet (1,564 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.9 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 49 business establishments.

Income: Rancho Viejo vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)49

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Rancho Viejo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 264 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 39.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 5,131 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average69.3°F
28% above Mexico avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days264 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,131 ft (1,564 m)
Area425.7 sq mi (1,102.6 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates19.2487°N, 100.4183°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.9"
5% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 8.43"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

311 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.5. Most recent: M4.9 on Sep 26, 2024.

May 22, 1997 5 km ENE of Churumuco de Morelos, Mexico M6.5 140 km
May 23, 1994 4 km W of San Cristóbal, Mexico M6.3 121 km
Nov 15, 2012 8 km N of San José Poliutla, Mexico M6.1 101 km
Apr 20, 1998 17 km ENE of Aratichanguío, Mexico M6.0 115 km
May 1, 2012 19 km W of Placeres del Oro, Mexico M5.7 131 km
Aug 15, 2009 3 km NE of San Miguel Totolapan, Mexico M5.5 119 km
Dec 20, 1995 15 km NW of Zirándaro de los Chávez, Mexico M5.3 101 km
Apr 29, 2008 19 km W of Huetamo de Núñez, Mexico M5.3 97 km
Jun 2, 2011 24 km N of Aratichanguío, Mexico M5.3 113 km
Feb 20, 2006 15 km SE of Patambó, Mexico M5.2 128 km
Jul 21, 2003 14 km W of Huetamo de Núñez, Mexico M5.2 96 km
Aug 12, 2022 10 km E of Zirándaro de los Chávez, Mexico M5.2 98 km
Mar 3, 2019 6 km SW of Aratichanguío, Mexico M5.1 138 km
Jul 16, 2023 3 km W of Paso de Arena, Mexico M5.1 116 km
Jul 28, 2007 19 km S of Patambó, Mexico M5.1 140 km
May 16, 2003 1 km S of Guayameo, Mexico M5.0 139 km
May 16, 2018 Guerrero-Michoacan border region, Mexico M5.0 115 km
Sep 21, 2002 11 km ENE of Aratichanguío, Mexico M5.0 120 km
Sep 26, 2024 9 km SSW of San Miguel Totolapan, Mexico M4.9 130 km
Mar 22, 2019 10 km SSE of Zirándaro de los Chávez, Mexico M4.9 110 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

8 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Erick (2025).

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 2 267 km
2024 John Category 3 226 km
2023 Otis Category 5 173 km
2021 Rick Category 2 211 km
1997 Pauline Category 1 261 km
1996 Alma Category 2 251 km
1996 Boris Category 1 195 km
1984 Odile Category 2 263 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo (24 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo Caldera 3,500 m (11,483 ft) -3050 24 km
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 71 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 137 km
Michoacan-Guanajuato Pyroclastic cone(s) 3,860 m (12,664 ft) 1952 155 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 181 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 187 km
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 190 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (18°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 67°F (19°C) 0.4 in
March 70°F (21°C) 0.3 in
April 73°F (23°C) 0.3 in
May 75°F (24°C) 1.8 in Warmest
June 72°F (22°C) 7.5 in
July 70°F (21°C) 8.4 in Wettest
August 69°F (21°C) 8.1 in
September 69°F (21°C) 7.6 in
October 69°F (20°C) 3.7 in
November 67°F (20°C) 0.7 in
December 66°F (19°C) 0.2 in Driest

Rancho Viejo has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 65°F in January to 75°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 39.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.4") and December the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near Rancho Viejo

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ESENCIA RADIO 107.1 (Zitácuaro) - 107.1 FM - XHETA-FM - Grupo Radio Zitácuaro - Zitácuaro, Michoacán 107.1 fm, américa MP3
FANTASÍA W RADIO 89.1 - 89.1 FM - XHZTM-FM - Zitácuaro, Michoacán 89.1 fm, concesión social MP3 128 kbps
Mexiquense Radio (Valle de Bravo) - 104.5 FM - XHVAL-FM - Sistema Mexiquense de Medios Públicos - Valle de Bravo, EM 104.5, 104.5 fm MP3 96 kbps

Museums in Rancho Viejo

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
La Casona de la Estación

Farmers Markets in Rancho Viejo

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Benito Juarez
Mercado de la Central
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Poetas
mercado revolucion
Mercado Solidaridad
Tienda Comunitaria

Breweries in Rancho Viejo

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
antro UP
Bar de siempre
Chinos Bar
El Centavito
El chuponcito
micheladas UP
Modelorama
Modelorama
Modelorama
Modelorama
Winners

Stadiums & Teams in Rancho Viejo

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Airports Near Rancho Viejo

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Francisco J. Mujica International AirportMLMLarge Airport
Aeroclub Valle de Bravo AirportSmall Airport
El Baztán AirstripSmall Airport
Huetamo AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Rancho Viejo

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Centro de Rehabilitación Integral CRI

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Mexico_City

🇲🇽 About Mexico

Capital Mexico City
Population 126,190,788
Area 1,972,550 km²
GDP (USD) $1,798,317,581,487
GDP per capita $13,861
HDI 0.781
Life expectancy 75.1 years
Internet users 81.2%
Urban population 79.5%
Currency MXN (Peso)
Languages Spanish
Calling code +52
TLD .mx
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Mexico

9 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo
Feb 2 Constitution Day Día de la Constitución
Mar 16 Benito Juárez's birthday Natalicio de Benito Juárez
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Viernes Santo
May 1 Labour Day Día del Trabajo
Sep 16 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Nov 16 Revolution Day Día de la Revolución
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad

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Frequently Asked Questions About Rancho Viejo

What is the population of Rancho Viejo?

Rancho Viejo has a population of 1,521 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 425.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Rancho Viejo?

Rancho Viejo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.9 inches.

How is the job market in Rancho Viejo?

The job market in Rancho Viejo is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 49 business establishments in the area.

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